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This paper considers the use of cross-layer fast link adaptation (FLA) for WLANs employing a MIMO-OFDM physical layer. A packet error rate (PER)-based FLA technique that, without loss of generality, makes use of the exponential effective SNR mapping (EESM) is proposed. Additionally, an FLA scheme relying on bit error rate (BER) metrics is introduced that simplifies the link adaptation procedure without any significant performance degradation. Results show that both PER- and BER-based FLA techniques optimize the data throughput while satisfying prescribed quality of service constraints. Channel estimation errors have also been considered, revealing the importance of good channel estimators in order for FLA strategies to work satisfactorily.
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Martorell, G., Riera-Palou, F. & Femenias, G. Cross-Layer Fast Link Adaptation for MIMO-OFDM Based WLANs. Wireless Pers Commun 56, 599–609 (2011). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11277-010-9992-9
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